Free-to-play games, whether downloadable, web-based, or mobile, have become a predominant force in the market that's here to stay. After several years of growth and expansion in this area, I think we've finally reached a point where no one is disputing this. And with growing success comes a growing number of developers eager to get in on the action - including some whose previous work lies in AAA home console games.
Ian Verchere is the co-founder of Roadhouse Interactive, the production company behind Family Guy Online. He's also a games industry veteran with highly interesting and valuable insight into the past, present, and potential future of video game development. But what led him on the path to game development in the first place? What's it like developing a browser-based game after years of working on console titles? Mr. Verchere kindly took a few minutes to provide Gamezebo with some thoughts.